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Re: I never understood this type of collecting

As I stated in the original post, he is a dealer. He collects as well, and is one of the most respected authorities on military Rolex.

I just find it interesting that a 60's-70's Rolex 5513 is actually quite easy to find, yet searching for the same vintage Heuer is nearly impossible. It helps explain the sudden meteoric rise in Heuer prices. They were produced in far lower numbers, so supply and demand is pushing prices up. I don't send this ending anytime soon.

: This "mine mine mine mine mine" style, especially with
: rarer watches.... Why buy 20 of a rare reference just to
: squirrel them away in a safe, only to come out once a year for a
: photoshoot - when nineteen other people could actually enjoy
: wearing them?

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